Compass - Fashion And Faith: Muslim Style

Compass - Series 27, Episode 18 - Fashion And Faith: Muslim Style

Series Synopsis

Presented by Geraldine Doogue, Compass explores the interface between religion and life as experienced by individuals and communities - including ordinary Australians, public leaders, religious thinkers and philosophers.

Episode Synopsis

Episode 18 - Fashion And Faith: Muslim StyleA new breed of fashion designers is turning heads on the Australian catwalk catering to Muslim women eager for cutting-edge designs better suited to our lifestyle and climate...

For women in particular, dress is an integral part of Muslim life: it embodies a moral and behavioural code dating back to Islam's earliest days.

Dress codes vary from country to culture, but modesty remains the cornerstone. Now Australian Muslim designers, weary of black synthetic imports, are reinterpreting modest fashion with their own stylish, versatile and distinctive garments specifically tailored for Australia's lifestyle and climate.

As the countdown to Ramadan begins, Compass follows several upcoming designers preparing for the busiest time on the Muslim calendar.